Gold’s Six-Week Rally Persists as Global Trade Concerns Deepen
Gold continues its bullish run, heading for a sixth consecutive weekly gain as new trade tensions spark safe-haven demand. The precious metal reached an all-time high of $2,882.16 on Wednesday, with spot gold trading at $2,865.36. The new administration’s commitment to tariffs has heightened global economic uncertainty, boosting gold’s safe-haven…
Chinese Insurers Get Green Light for Gold Investment Trial
In a move that could reshape China’s gold market, the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) announced Friday the launch of the “Pilot Program of Insurance Funds Investing in Gold.” This strategic initiative serves multiple purposes: expanding investment channels for insurance funds, optimizing asset allocation structures, and strengthening insurance companies’ asset-liability…
China Leads December Gold Purchases as Global Central Banks Scale Back
Central bank gold activity showed a notable shift in December 2024, with global institutions reporting 3 tonnes of net sales according to IMF and public data sources. The month’s activity revealed a clear tapering in demand, with gross purchases of 13 tonnes being outweighed by 16 tonnes in sales. The…
PBOC Adds Gold for Third Month as Prices Hit Historic Peak
China’s central bank has demonstrated its commitment to building gold reserves by adding 0.16 million troy ounces in January, continuing a pattern that resumed in November after a six-month break. This strategic move comes despite gold reaching unprecedented price levels, highlighting the PBOC’s determination to diversify its holdings. The timing…
Shanghai Futures Signal Potential Gold Price Explosion
A Chinese gold rally could help push gold prices to $3,000 and beyond. China’s gold market shows strong bullish signals, with Shanghai Futures Exchange activity surging post-Lunar New Year and yuan-denominated gold prices trending upward. This momentum is driven by China’s economic challenges, historically low bond yields, expected government stimulus,…
Gold’s Surge Signals Hidden Inflation Threat, Analyst Warns
Gold’s dramatic rise toward $3,000 is sending a critical message about the state of the economy, according to analyst Todd “Bubba” Horwitz. While expecting a near-term pullback, Horwitz forecasts gold reaching $3,200-$3,300 in 2025, citing accelerating inflation despite official claims of cooling prices. He argues that elevated prices on essential…
High Prices Drive Buyers from Asian Gold Markets
Gold demand has hit a significant roadblock in Asia’s key markets as prices reach unprecedented levels, with India’s domestic gold price touching 84,910 rupees per 10 grams. This represents a dramatic rise of over 10% in 2025, following a 21% increase in 2024. The price surge has led to substantial…
Korea Gold Exchange Crashes Under Surge of Safe-Haven Seekers
The Korea Gold Exchange faced significant operational challenges as its website buckled under extraordinary user demand, with thousands of traders forced into virtual waiting rooms from Thursday through Friday. This surge in interest coincides with gold reaching historic highs, trading at 579,000 won per 3.75kg—a dramatic 56.5% increase from the…
Is Silver Set to Outperform Gold by 9X? | Mike Maloney & Alan Hibbard
In this must-watch episode, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard break down the explosive dynamics at play in the gold and silver markets.
Gold +10% in 2025: Strongest January Since 1980
Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Gold’s historic run continues to astound markets, blasting through $2,800 to reach an unprecedented $2,882.16 on Wednesday. The precious metal has already gained 10% in 2025’s opening month — its fastest start since 1980 — as President Trump’s expanding trade wars send shockwaves through global markets. With…